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Guillaume would recieve word of his beloved aunt's passing. She had been there for him in all his times of trouble and gave him comfort and wisdom. He poured himself a glass of wine, but could not stomach to drink it out of grief. He looked on out into the fields where he promised to plant vinyards for her, and sighed.

THE FIRST SIEGE OF SILASIA 11th HOREN’S CALLING, 2023 I.T The mountainous Norsefolk attempted to extort the Silasian people this day, and when their demands were refused they left, to return for battle. And so did for one saint hour did the carpenters, the farmers, the labourers and the lords all worked in a rapid haze to erect palisades and defences against these marauders. Criers and messengers were sent to the corners of Canondom, and support from the Burgundian Guard, Reinmaren and Numedian arrived just in the nick of time. Distant thuds rising like the beat of an ancient wardrum, echoing through the mountain paths. Steady. Deliberate. Growing louder with each breath. The lands surrounding the small town trembled beneath the weight of iron-clad boots, and the low hum of war chants rode the wind. The Skarnfot of the Fjellheinar were coming. The Norsefolk layed furious siege from atop the mountains, blasting apart the hamlets and fields of the commonfolk. On one hand a miracle, that the defences stood, but a curse that these bandits once assumed be nothing but tribalists possessed immense firepower. Through clever positioning of the cavalry and the holding of points, did the bandit thralls fall quickly, resulting in their defeat. The Norsefolk, so zealous, bloodthirsty and assured in their victory, could not have foreseen this; the lengths the armed brethren would go through, to defend the common man. The frontier of Burgundy remained intact, defended. Silasia Stood. But this is not the last battle. In this brief respite provided by the victory, we must rebuild what was lost, the farms, the houses, the herds. Build anew, defences, smithies, barracks. Silasia will endure. Signed, The Right Honourable, Arturas Miklos Blaxton-Whitewood, Baron of Silasia, Patriarch of House Whitewood, Protector of Silasians, Watcher of the Birch [!] Official Seal of House Whitewood

FROM THE DESK OF THE GRAND SPEAKER 175 A.R.P À NOS HONORABLES CITOYENS THE VOTING FOR THE GARMONT IS OPEN! FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO REGISTER YOUR VOTE VOTING ENDS [FRIDAY 6PM EST] Signed, His Excellency, Guillaume Auclair, Grand Speaker of the Garmont Assembly, Héritier du Sacré-Cœur Her Ladyship, Norellie Reinhold, Secretary of Grand Speaker

FROM THE DESK OF THE GRAND SPEAKER 174 A.R.P À NOS HONORABLES CITOYENS TRANSCRIPTS OF THE DEBATES Guillaume Auclair : "Then we'll do it here. While we wait on a few more to come. Let's get started on introductions. Candidates please state your name and the position you are running for, for the record." Sir Silas Hart Stafyr: "Sir Silas Hart Sturm Stafyr, running for a seat of Garmont." Elvar Shadebloom: "I am Elvar Shadebloom and I am running for the position of Lady-Mayor of Vallagne.” Godmar Karl von Augusten: "Godmar von Augusten for the Garmont." Viola Auclair: "Valeria Viola Auclair, running for lady mayor of Vallagne." G.A: "Let us start with the first question, as an elected representative, what are the current issues you believe Petra is facing, and how will you address them?" Elvar Shadebloom: "I have noticed that the attacks of Darkspawn have been on the rise, and most of those are even within the city. This is unacceptable, but what is even more so is how many of ours get injured after those attacks. My solution for this is to start to train our civilian population how to act in cases of emergency, not to fight but to minimize bystander casualties." Viola Auclair: "From my point of view, the issues might come from less support for our culture, raising and having the young generation learn...as I always think they are the base of the nation's future. And the support of local artisans." Sir Silas Hart Stafyr: "I think Petra is currently dealing with an influx of unsavory folk, predominatly darkspawn and the invaders that have been pestering our lands. I would aim to better the training of our soldiers as well as provide some self defense training for our citizens to be able to take care of themselves as well. Not only that but I wish to help preserve what wildlife we have in the area so that the people of petra can enjoy nature's bounty without fear of it vanishing from over harvest. Ultimately my concerns pertain to our natural resources and the defense of our people." Godmar Karl von Augusten: "Zhe Petrans have suffered a great loss, our independence! Two of our Houses have decided to forsake zhe Petran people to join other Kingdoms, like mein Brudir Konstantin. Zhe Petran spirit has to be reinvigorated- our children need to be reminded of unsere Kultur and learn what it means to be ein Petran!" “Also! To protect Petran assets I wish to introduce ein bill zhat will prevent Agrippa Auclair from breaking valuable furniture and property of the state!” G.A: "My next question, what insitution, or law do you think is in need of most reform. And how would you propose to reform it?" Godmar Karl von Augusten: "The Swords of Saint Emma. Ich propose ein restructuring of zhe ranks for more efficiency and rewards for new recruits, as well as an increase of recruitment both within and outside the Realm." Candidate Clarice Auclair arrives late. Clarice Auclair: "I am Clarice Auclair, running for a Garmont Seat. It is my pleasure to be here but to keep it in simple terms, I believe our laws on cursed children should be changed, though their lineage they may be dark but they are not at crime because of how they simply look, I believe it would be better to simply allow for licensing which will allow these who bear the weight of the sins that were forced unto them to enter all these cities." Viola Auclair: "I don't think there is much to restructure, I would start a new institution for learning and children, as I said, as well for the remake of the Medical Society." Elvar Shadebloom: "I do think the current state of the Library here in city is unacceptable and honestly an bad joke, we need to fix this for the library is the foremost source of knowledge, and - that is by giving them more funding to obtain a better variety of books." Sir Silas Hart Stafyr: "I think there should be a higher expectation of conduct around children. I've recieved disturbing reports of cursed children being mistreated within our city and I think it is unbecoming of our people to act in such a manner towards children. I think reinforcment of chivalry is in order in this regard." G.A: Final question, before I will leave the floor open to questions from the audience. What is your stance on the influence of the Church in matters of law and governance? Should the clergy hold a voice equal to that of our councils? Viola Auclair: "I'm personally from a family of priests, but I always thought that their job is to care for the faith and of the faithfull. Not to involve themself in politics." Elvar Shadebloom: "As long as the clergy in question is actively living in Petra they should have the same amount of voice as everyone else. I don't see why not, for its only proper that every institution has an equal representation." Sir Silas Hart Stafyr: "I believe church and state should be kept seperate. While yes the laws and teachings of the church influence our daily actions, we should consider what happens when one voice over powers all others due to their authority. I believe the clergy may give their opinion to our councils but it is up to each person to follow God's teachings. How they use that knowledge to govern is their business." Godmar Karl von Augusten: “Zhe church has nicht sent many priests to our parish in many years. Zhey do nicht know our culture and customs, zhey do nicht know what makes us Petra. We are all Brüdern und Schwestern under the Holy Church, praised be Godan, but as in other Realms they should administer to zhe pious flock of Petra and nicht get lost in Petran politics and administration." Clarice Auclair: "I believe it's what was needed for a while, as the church brings power, and thus order with its ranks the influence of the chruch on Petra thus far has had little to no negtive influence on the state as a whole externally. That is to add the fact they protect us from the wicked, of darkspawn." G.A: "The floor is now open to questions from the audience." The goblin approaches. Bon'Ox: "I wish to ask a more practical question. Not one you can answer with 'oh this or that is a problem'. A great problem within Garmont is people being comfortable. THUS! What sort of BILL will you be presenting to the Garmont? If you do not have an answer, you might as well drop out." Clarice Auclair: "I wish to add more laws that will specify further what is the state of magic within our beautiful nation, and more specific laus on the treatment of cursed children and psudo cursed children." Godmar Karl von Augusten: "Like Ich said- one would be an advisory bill for zhe restructuring of the Swords and ein second one would be zhe Protection of State and Property Bill, in regards to the destruction left behind in the path of Agrippa Auclair." Elvar Shadebloom: "Well as I said the readines bill for we are currently living in uncertain times and in matter of emergencies we must be able to work as one or we shall fall divided." Sir Silas Hart Stafyr: "A bill I would wish to present is a manditory training course for citizens to undertake to be able to I'd darkspawn and other threats correctly so they can act accordingly, which would of course lead to a beginniners self defense course." Bon'Ox: "Take him into garmont, perhaps my dream of mandatory military Viola Auclair:"I think I already said, my care and thoughts are on the future generation, learning… It's always been a base to make a great nation." G.A: "Any other questions from the audience for the candidates?" Sir Thomas von Theonus: "Ich have ein question but for a specific candidate" G.A: "Please go ahead." Sir Thomas von Theonus: "Well, Ich said one candidate but after hearing zhe answers das might be for two. First is for candidate Hart. When du say ein mandatory training course. How would zhat be und vould zhere be ein age requirement." Clarice Auclair: "Mandatory military service will probably cause civil unrest." Sir Silas Hart Stafyr: "A fair question. I think due to past events children of 8 and under should at bare minimum know how to ring the town bell or safe places they can go when danger is about. There have been far too many cases of children being hurt due to being unable to properly hide or ring the bell. It isn't military service persay that I am suggesting. I am suggesting giving our people the tools and ability to be able to defend themselves if for some reason a soldier or knight is not present. I would encourage the course to cover how to properly dodge attacks, block attacks, and use what items around yourself for self defense as not everyone has a weapon." The debates are closed with no further questions, Godmar yells for people to vote for him. VOTING A reminder to the public that the voting for candidates shall be opened on [Wednesday 21st 3pm est] and run till [Friday 3PM EST], after which the results will be publicly announced. RESPONSES Candidates who could not attend the debates are welcome to reply to this missive with their responses to the questions. Signed, His Excellency, Guillaume Auclair, Grand Speaker of the Garmont Assembly, Héritier du Sacré-Cœur Her Ladyship, Norellie Reinhold, Secretary of Grand Speaker

FIDES, DISCIPLINA, INNOCENTA ۞ 𝔖𝔱. 𝔒𝔱𝔱𝔬𝔪𝔞𝔯'𝔰 𝔖𝔬𝔠𝔦𝔢𝔱𝔶 𝔬𝔣 𝔜𝔬𝔲𝔱𝔥𝔰 ۞ ℑNTRODUCTION The Society of St. Ottomar is an organisation dedicated to creating a strong community and network for the youth of Society, by providing social and educational resources. Named after St. Ottomar, the Patron of Children, the Society allows peers of similar ages to establish long lasting connections with one another. The S.S.O, with funding from patrons, also organises its own activities for the bettermen of youth, eg. social events and workshops, as well as the hiring of tutors to provide basic education and cultural knowledge. In addition to this, funding goes to the construction of orphanages and kitchens to tend to the youth without means or family. While primarily based in Burgundy, the doors of the society are open to all of Canondom. 𝔖TRUCTURE The Society remains very decentralised, with all welcome to interact with it, members of the society include representatives of Houses, groups and prominent individuals who have been granted responsibilities within the society by the Headmaster. Being a tutor or a member of staff of society also makes one a member. Youths may also gain employment and membership as part of the career program of the society. Well membership is easy to attain, the society encourages active participation and engagement. ℑNQUIRIES For inquiries about joining the order, becoming a patron, or offering other skills and donations to the Society, please contact the Headmaster, Arturas Miklos Whitewood. 𝔍OINING Signed, The Right Honourable, Arturas Miklos Blaxton-Whitewood, Baron of Silasia, Patriarch of House Whitewood, Warden of the Royal Mint, Headmaster of St. Ottomar’s Society, Protector of Silasians, Watcher of the Birch Father Holy Ser Harreniel, Knight of the Order of the Grail Parish Priest of Ivoria, Tzadek of the Tribe of Vander Member of the Society of St. Ottomar

⚜ 𝕿𝕳𝕰 𝕳𝕺𝖀𝕹𝕯’𝕾 𝕳𝕺𝖀𝕾𝕰 ⚜ THE HOUND’S HOUSE BOOZE AND BONES WELCOME Come one, come all to the grand tavern of Burgundy, the Hound’s House. Any vagabond or knight; any commoner or noble, are free to drink and eat with their fellow hounds. From ale to wine, and from fish to steak the Hound’s House offers all, for a dog’s appetite can never truly be satied. OPENING The Hound’s House celebratory opening shall be on the 4th month of the year 2029. [Thursday 5PM EST] MENU Meads, Ales, Ciders - 3 Mina Wine - 4 Mina Liquers - 4 Mina Food - 4 Mina JOBS To work in the tavern, contact Arturas Miklos Whitewood, tavern keepers may keep half of what they sell! Signed, The Right Honourable, Arturas Miklos Blaxton-Whitewood, Baron of Silasia, Patriarch of House Whitewood, Warden of the Royal Mint, Protector of Silasians, Watcher of the Birch

FROM THE DESK OF THE GRAND SPEAKER 173A.R.P À NOS HONORABLES CITOYENS OPENING THE ELECTIONS It is the honour of the office of the Grand-Speaker to announce the opening of elections for the positions of Lord-Maire and two Garmont Representatives. These roles will have a seat on the Garmont Assembly, allowing for the voice of the common man of Petra to be represented. LORD-MAIRE The duties of The Lord-Maire include representing the residents of Vallagne upon the Garmont, as well as the right to enact city laws. Candidates for Lord-Maire must have been a citizen of the Commonwealth for at least 5 years, be in good standing with both the Catherinian Code and the Canonist Church, and be at least 18 years old. GARMONT REPRESENTATIVE Two representatives, titled the First and Second People’s Seat are to be elected from the general populace of the Commonwealth to serve the will of the people. Candidates must be at least 16 years old, in good standing with Commonwealth Law and the Canonist Church, citizens of the Commonwealth, and possess thorough knowledge of the Catherinian Code. DEBATES Debates between candidates will be hosted after the completion of registration, candidates however may begin to campaign right away. REGISTRATION To register as a candidate for Lord-Maire or garmont representative, please submit an entry below this missive. Registration will be closed at [Thursday 15th, 3pm est]. IGN: Discord: Full Name: Age: Address: Position Running For: (Lord/Lady-Mayor or Garmont Assembly) Signed, His Excellency, Guillaume Auclair, Grand Speaker of the Garmont Assembly, Héritier du Sacré-Cœur

The Royal Warden of the Mint set to making coins when his village wasn't on fire.

EMERGENCY LETTER TO BURGUNDY 10th Sun’s Smile, 2028 S.A TO THE KING, THE PRIVY AND THE GUARD Moments before the sending of this letter, an army of mountain bandits descended from the northern mountains onto Silasian lands, setting fire to our roofs and fields. These bandits are highly organised, with the formation of a military and numbered in the 200s as per our observation. Their grievances are allegedly the recent abduction of the bandit chief’s brother Jarl, by the Burgundian Guard. We request immediate aid in the protection of the northern border of Burgundy, and Silasia shall enter into a state of emergency to secure its safety as well as the integrity of Burgundy and the safety of travellers and commerce. Signed, The Right Honourable, Arturas Miklos Blaxton-Whitewood, Baron of Silasia, Patriarch of House Whitewood, Warden of the Royal Mints, Protector of Silasians, Watcher of the Birch [!] Official Seal of House Whitewood

RP: Name: Tihomir Ivanovich Age: 30s Race: Highlander Reason for Enlisting: God Past Experience (if any): Cavalry scout in the war. OOC: MC Name: RoyalClouds Discord Tag: RoyalClouds

cant wait to see the builds that will ruin this map and destroy the terrain.

The Last Oussana considered.

FROM THE DESK OF THE LORD-MAIRE 171 A.R.P À NOS HONORABLES CITOYENS LA MODE It is my honour to announce a new line of clothing available to the citizens of Vallange and Petra for free, as part for the promuglation of the unique Petran sense of fashion, identity and culture. This first line, the first of many in the future, consists of menswear. JACQUES FRANCOIS BERNARD [OOC: LINKS BELOW] Signed, THE POPULAR, Guillaume Auclair, Lord-Maire of Vallange, Héritier du Sacré-Cœur

[!] A letter would be written to the Archduke, containg the following: " To his Grace, I hope this letter finds you in good fortune, I am writing to you to formally state my intent to run for the position of Grand Speaker of the Garmont Assembly. It is my sincerely held belief that the Assembly is a noble custom of the Petran people that must be upheld! Sincerely, Lord Mayor, Héritier du Sacré-cœur, Guillaume Auclair. "

Name: Arturas Miklos Whitewood Affiliation: Silasia Relevant Titles or Aliases: Baron of Silasia

The news of the royal sons reached the lands of Silasia, the town crier ran through streets yelling the good news and the farmers raised their ploughs with a cheer. Eventually word reached the Baron. "God bless these two, I should pay visit and offer gifts." Arturas pondered some more. "Perhaps one of them will be interested in learning the art."

The Baron wiped his brow as he medidated in the moonlight, the heat of the sun replaced with the soothing cool of the moon. A retainer waited patiently for him to finish before handing him the letter of summons. "We will ride." He said before returning to his comtemplation of lunar energy.

Discord: HyperAlphaKing Topic: History of Silasia Format: Forumpost, flip book

I'll see you on the flip side

Ser Sterling welcomed Karl to the Seven Skies. "It has been a long time, old friend."

Tihomir Ivanovich would hear rumours of 'haeseni' settling up north. "No real marian, son of Joren or any other true identity within Haense would bend the knee to a pagan. The pagans we have been in conflict with for generations?" He scoffed at such notion, moving his personal belongings from Valdev to Basarab. "Brokering deals with Norlanders. At least the colborns are with Numendil." he shook his head in dissapointment.

Tihomir would prepare inspect the fermenting casks in the basement of Basarab, for the feast to come. "They should be done in time for the feast."

"A new home for Silasians" Arturas, the last son of Silas proclaimed, ready to bring his family for the coronation.

i trust argonian with my first born son, give him the forums.